With a gift in your Will, you can create opportunities for life-saving genetic research and screening projects. Leaving a gift in your Will (legacy) can be a powerful way to make a contribution to the lives of Scotland's island communities.What can my gift support?By leaving a gift in your Will to Viking Genes you can help us continue our life-saving research into the genetics of Scotland’s island communities and ground-breaking screening projects.Gifts through Wills are administered by the University of Edinburgh Development Trust who will ensure the donation gets to Viking Genes in full.Tax benefitsLegacies to registered charities are, in most instances, tax free and will reduce the inheritance tax burden on your estate, as well as providing vital support. Contact us for assistance and more details about how to leave a gift in your Will. Email Morag Murison or call Morag on +44 (0)131 650 9637How to leave a legacyWhatever your circumstances, help is available to help guide you through the process of leaving a gift in your Will.Talk to us by getting in touch for an informal conversation with Morag Murison, Head of Legacies and Planned Gifts at the University of Edinburgh.Email Morag Murison or call Morag on +44 (0)131 650 9637Managing the estate of a loved one?If your loved one included Viking Genes in their Will, our Legacies Team are here to help guide you on how to fulfil their legacy.Email Morag Murison or call Morag on +44 (0)131 650 9637Contact usDo you have a question or need more information about leaving a gift in your Will? Please visit the University of Edinburgh Legacy and Giving page.You can also email Morag Murison, Head of Legacies and Planned Gifts at the University of Edinburgh: Morag Murison This article was published on 2026-02-24
